How to Pronounce "stammering"
word
ˈstæmɝ
STAM-er-ing
stˈæməɹɪŋ
STAM-uh-ring
Definition
Stammering means speaking with repeated or prolonged sounds or pauses because it's hard to get words out smoothly. It often happens because a person feels nervous or has a speech disorder.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstæmɝ
British English
stˈæməɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAM-er-ing
UK
STAM-uh-ring
Listen in Context
His stammering made it difficult for him to answer the question.
She started stammering when she spoke in public.
Stammering can be caused by nerves or stress.
He gave a stammering apology after forgetting her name.